The Kansas City T-Bones (independent; American Association) have unveiled a commemorative logo for their 15th anniversary. The anniversary will be celebrated through the 2017 season. (more…)
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Chihuahuas to Host El Paso Diablos Days
The El Paso Diablos moniker will once again be associated with Minor League Baseball, as the El Paso Chihuahuas (Class AAA; Pacific Coast League) have announced Diablos Days Wednesdays. The recurring promotion will feature the Chihuahuas donning uniforms that are modeled after those worn by the El Paso Diablos (Class AA; Texas League) in 1987. (more…)
MiLB Announces Crayola All-Star Experience
Minor League Baseball and Crayola will continue their partnership during the 2017 season, as they have announced the Crayola All-Star Experience Sweepstakes. (more…)
Reading Fightin Phils Unveil New Hats
The Reading Fightin Phils (Class AA; Eastern League) will sport some different looks this season, as the team has released a trio of new hats. All three hats will debut for the 2017 season. (more…)
RoughRiders to Welcome Didi Conn on April 21
The Frisco RoughRiders (Class AA; Texas League) are welcoming a special guest on April 21, as Didi Conn is set to appear for Tribute to Grease Night. (more…)
New for 2017: First Data Field
The New York Mets have announced that their spring training home in Port St. Lucie will now be called First Data Field. The new moniker is part of a 10-year partnership between the Mets and First Data, which is placing its name on the former Tradition Field. (more…)
Charlotte Knights Overhauling Group Areas
The Charlotte Knights (Class AAA; International League) have unveiled details on improvements to two group areas at BB&T Ballpark. Both the Piedmont Natural Gas Picnic Area, which is located in left field,and the Miller Lite Rooftop Party Zone, which is located in right field, will be overhauled before the 2017 season. (more…)
River Bandits to Install LED Lighting
The Quad Cities River Bandits (Low A; Midwest League) are planning an upgrade for Modern Woodmen Park, as the team will install LED lighting. The new fixtures will be installed prior to the 2017 season. (more…)
Rascals Adding Synthetic Turf to CarShield Field
The River City Rascals (independent; Frontier League) and the City of O’Fallon, MO have announced the installation a synthetic turf playing surface at CarShield Field. The team is hoping that the new surface will allow the venue to host more events throughout the year. (more…)
Personnel News: Boise, Akron
We have some personnel news to report from the Boise Hawks (Short Season A; Northwest League) and the Akron RubberDucks (Class AA; Eastern League). (more…)
Personnel News: Sonoma, Kansas City
We have personnel news to report from the Sonoma Stompers (independent; Pacific Association), and the Kansas City T-Bones (independent; American Association). (more…)
Jumbo Shrimp Reveal The Wheelhouse
The Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (Class AA; Southern League) have revealed that a recently-renovated suite-level lounge will be named The Wheelhouse. The Wheelhouse, which received its name from a poll of season ticket holders and sponsors, will also have a new menu in 2017. (more…)
St. Paul Saints Unveil Pig’s Eye Uniforms
In celebration of their 25th season, The St. Paul Saints (independent; American Association) have unveiled commemorative Pig’s Eye uniforms. The uniforms will be worn during select home games this season. (more…)